Today is the 25th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence from the USSR.
Ukraine At War
8 Ukrainian Soldiers Wounded; 1 Civilian Killed; AP Footage from Maryinka
Eight Ukrainian soldiers were wounded today and one civilian was killed, Ukrainian military authorities reported.
As Russian-Backed Militants Pound Donetsk, Mariupol Areas, Prosecutor Cites Russian Officials for War Crimes
While there were no casualties reported today, Russian-backed militants kept up their attacks on the usual areas around Donetsk and Mariupol defended by the Ukrainian Army.
Monitoring Group Fired At In Ukraine; Ceasefire Violations Intensify
The Ukrainian military reported a large spike in ceasefire violations over the previous 24 hours.
1 Ukrainian Soldier Dead, 4 Wounded; Ukrainian JCCC Documents Russian-Backed Militants Firing on Towns
One Ukrainian soldier was killed and four wounded, and 49 attacks have been made on Ukrainian positions today. An Ukrainian officer reports from Shirokino.
Black Ledger Reveals Party Of Regions Made Payments To Larry King & Far-Right Svoboda Party
Hundreds of thousands of dollars were paid out in secret by Yanukovych’s party.
Ukraine Reports Dramatic Escalation Yesterday: 96 Attacks, 3 Soldiers KIA, 6 WIA
Russian-backed forces reportedly used heavy artillery in all areas of the front.
Trump Campaign Manager’s Dealings With Yanukovych Government Back Under Spotlight
Paul Manafort has been linked to payments of over $2 million to US lobbying firms via a non-profit organization acting as a front for the Party of Regions.
Eight Ukrainian Soldiers Wounded Yesterday; Heavy Fighting In South Of Donetsk Region
The Ukrainian military reports the use of 152 and 122 mm artillery, in addition to heavy mortars.
Ukrainian Media Reports Identity of Russian Soldier Killed at Alleged Crimean Border Clash
Ukrainian news sites have come up with the name of the Russian soldier reportedly killed in the clash on the night of August 6-7 on the border of Russian-occupied Crimea and the Ukrainian mainland.